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Edema means swelling caused by fluid in your body's tissues. It usually occurs in the feet, ankles and legs, but it can involve your entire body. ... Causes of edema include...
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Another cause of non-pitting edema of the legs is called pretibial myxedema, which is a swelling over the shin that occurs in some patients with hyperthyroidism. Non-pitting edema of the legs is difficult to treat.
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www.medicinenet.com/edema/article.htm
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Read doctor-produced health and medical information written for you to make informed decisions about your health concerns. ... The medical term for leg swelling from excessive fluid in the tissues is edema. Persisting indentation of a swollen leg after pressure from a finger is known as pitting edema. ... Swollen Legs...
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www.medicinenet.com/leg_swelling/symptoms.htm
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Types of Edema ... Complications of Edema ... –Swelling is typically worse after legs are held in a dependent position and is least noticeable after a night's sleep...
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www.wrongdiagnosis.com/e/edema/causes.htm
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Caused by a streptococcal or staphylococcal infection that usually affects the legs, cellulitis produces pitting edema and orange peel skin along with erythema, warmth, and tenderness in the infected area.
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This is typically seen in the lower legs (called peripheral edema) or lower back (called sacral edema, frequently seen in those with edema who have been in bed for long periods).
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Pregnancy can cause edema in the legs as the uterus puts pressure on the vena cava, a major blood vessel that returns blood to the heart from the legs. Fluid retention during pregnancy also can be caused by a more serious condition called preeclampsia.
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Woody Edema of the Legs ... Blockage of lymph channels by filarial worms leads to edema most commonly affecting the legs and genital area. If filariasis is suspected on the basis of a travel history to an endemic tropical area, it can be diagnosed by serologic studies or by finding filarial worms in body fluids.
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Foot, leg, and ankle swelling - Overview, Abnormal buildup of fluid in the ankles, feet, and legs is called peripheral edema. ... Abnormal buildup of fluid in the ankles, feet, and legs is called peripheral edema.
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